2017 Horsemanship Day Camp

Our camp is available for all horse lovers of all abilities, beginning through advanced riders. Our ultimate goal is to teach each participant what it would be like to have a horse of their own.

WHAT BETTER WAY IS THERE TO SPEND YOUR SUMMER VACATION?

For those of you who would like nothing better than to spend an entire day around horses, Equest Center’s Horsemanship Day Camp is just for you! Our camp is available for all horse lovers of all abilities, beginning through advanced riders. Our ultimate goal is to teach each participant what it would be like to have a horse of their own.

At camp, you will enjoy an entire day focused around horses. Boys and girls, 8 years and older of all ability levels will enjoy daily riding lessons; instruction in horse care and feeding; proper tack selection; basic veterinary skills; driving lessons; games and crafts with horse themes and Much More! Plus, all campers will participate in a horse show on Friday -parents and spectators are welcome!

CAMP DATES & RATES

Five sessions are available at $225 per week.

Sessions run Monday – Friday from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm.

Campers’ Horse Show on Fridays at 2:00 PM for regular camp weeks

~ All Family and friends Invited to attend and cheer your Camper on! ~

A $50 nonrefundable deposit is required. Balance due on the first day of camp.

Camp Session

Dates

Times

Special Star Camp

June 19 through June 23

9:00 AM – Noon Daily

Camp session 2

June 26 through June 30

9:00 AM – 2:00 PM Daily

Camp session 3

July 10 through July 14

9:00 AM – 2:00 PM Daily

Camp session 4

July 17 through July 21

9:00 AM – 2:00 PM Daily

Camp session 5

July 24 through July 28

9:00 AM – 2:00 PM Daily

Camp session 6

July 31 through Aug 4

9:00 AM – 2:00 PM Daily

*** SPECIAL STAR HORSEMANSHIP DAY CAMP SESSION ***

This session of camp is designed specifically for our clients that need more one on assistance and a shorter daily session tailored to their learning styles. Please feel free to call the office at 866-3066 with questions or additional information to help you determine the best session for your camper!

June 19 through June 23 ~ 9:00 AM – Noon Daily
Campers’ Horse Show on Friday at 11:00 AM
~ All Family and friends Invited to attend and cheer your Camper on! ~

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